I want to get a Taco! but after reading around for a few days, I'm coming up with a lot of questions.. sorry in advance!

I want to get a used 2nd gen. I'm in AZ. I think I'm interested in doing non-major off-roading. Wife wants me to get a cab with enough room in the back for a baby seat in prep for the future.

Will a baby seat fit in an access cab? or do I need to go for the double cab straight away?

How many miles do these trucks normally last? A long time like other Toyotas I assume.

Is there a model year that is worse or stand-out better than others?

I built a new one on Toyota's site, all pimped out nice and it came to 32k. That's about twice what I'm looking to spend: what year/mile range should I be able to get for ~15k?

I need a list of terms. Are PreRunner and Xrunner mutually exclusive? or is one a subcategory of another? Can I get a 4x4 PreRunner? What about TRD offroad vs TRD sport vs PreRunner, etc.

Is the blue color rare? I see people giving extra props to blue tacos.

I haven't seen any pink taco jokes. Are they not as common as I thought? Do I just have a dirty mind? Or am I just not catching them?

If I'm interested in off-roading: is non 4x4 acceptable advisable? I see posts saying "you prerunner guys should be okay." what does that mean? Auto or Standard? Due to past experience, I have a huge fear of getting stuck in snow/mud, I want to get over that by experience. What are "lockers?" 4 cyl or V6?

You guys that have dark trucks, is it bearable in the summer heat?

Is there a list of "things to do first?" such as the hose clamp on the tailgate, etc. Are there mods that are frowned upon like in other car circles? Alteza tails, wing/bookshelves, etc.

Thank you much for any questions you can answer. I know these long noob posts can be a pita.

Xrunner is 4x2 and i believe a lowered version of the Taco. Not sure if it comes with a ground effects kit but I think they do. A PreRunner has the suspension of a 4x4 without the actual 4x4 ability (sits a little higher than normal). You cannot have a 4x4 PreRunner.

I want to get a Taco! but after reading around for a few days, I'm coming up with a lot of questions.. sorry in advance!

I want to get a used 2nd gen. I'm in AZ. I think I'm interested in doing non-major off-roading. Wife wants me to get a cab with enough room in the back for a baby seat in prep for the future.

Will a baby seat fit in an access cab? or do I need to go for the double cab straight away?

Double cab

How many miles do these trucks normally last? A long time like other Toyotas I assume.

The number has not been confirmed as no one has ever dirven one that far. Seriously, proper maintenance and up keep, the truck will last forever.

Is there a model year that is worse or stand-out better than others?

Not to my knowledge.

I built a new one on Toyota's site, all pimped out nice and it came to 32k. That's about twice what I'm looking to spend: what year/mile range should I be able to get for ~15k?

Haha, your best bet is to shop around locally as prices vary from place to place

I need a list of terms. Are PreRunner and Xrunner mutually exclusive? or is one a subcategory of another? Can I get a 4x4 PreRunner? What about TRD offroad vs TRD sport vs PreRunner, etc.

X's are street trucks. A Prerunner is a 2wd with the 4wd suspension

Is the blue color rare? I see people giving extra props to blue tacos.

Seems to be getting that way. But again, it may be an location thing.

I haven't seen any pink taco jokes. Are they not as common as I thought? Do I just have a dirty mind? Or am I just not catching them?

Kinda played out actually.

If I'm interested in off-roading: is non 4x4 acceptable advisable? I see posts saying "you prerunner guys should be okay." what does that mean? Auto or Standard? Due to past experience, I have a huge fear of getting stuck in snow/mud, I want to get over that by experience. What are "lockers?" 4 cyl or V6?

Dude, seriously, Prerunners are 2wd. Auto vs Standard is personal preference. Lockers engage both wheels of the rear axle. I4 and V6 are the engine configuration and number of cylinders. Snow is not a problem. Tires, 4x4 and experience are key.

You guys that have dark trucks, is it bearable in the summer heat?

Yes,

Is there a list of "things to do first?" such as the hose clamp on the tailgate, etc. Are there mods that are frowned upon like in other car circles? Alteza tails, wing/bookshelves, etc.

Yes, I would clamp the gate.

Thank you much for any questions you can answer. I know these long noob posts can be a pita.

I need a list of terms. Are PreRunner and Xrunner mutually exclusive? or is one a subcategory of another? Can I get a 4x4 PreRunner? What about TRD offroad vs TRD sport vs PreRunner, etc.

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PreRunner => Same suspension as 4x4 but is only 2wd (looks like 4x4)
XRunner => Sporty 2wd version with body kit that makes it look like it's lower to the ground
4x4, PreRunner, and xRunner are all mutually exclusive.
TRD packages (either sport or off-road) are available on 4x4 or PreRunner only.

If I'm interested in off-roading: is non 4x4 acceptable advisable? I see posts saying "you prerunner guys should be okay." what does that mean? Auto or Standard? Due to past experience, I have a huge fear of getting stuck in snow/mud, I want to get over that by experience. What are "lockers?" 4 cyl or V6?

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PreRunner will be fine for anything off-road where you have plenty of traction... like trails, deserts, etc... if it's real muddy or you're rock cralwing, you'll need 4x4 most likely. Since the PreRunner has the same suspension as the 4x4 the only difference are whether you need those front wheels pulling. A locker locks the differential so that both wheels must spin at the same rate... so that if you get one wheel stuck in some mud or up in the air, the other will keep you moving. A limited-slip-dif kinda accomplishes the same thing automatically whenever it detects major slippage. Lockers/LSDs have no mechanical relationship to 4cyl or V6, but in Toyota's offerings, they only come with TRD packages (Sport=>LSD, Off-Road=>Locker).

I want to get a Taco! but after reading around for a few days, I'm coming up with a lot of questions.. sorry in advance!

I want to get a used 2nd gen. I'm in AZ. I think I'm interested in doing non-major off-roading. Wife wants me to get a cab with enough room in the back for a baby seat in prep for the future.

Will a baby seat fit in an access cab? or do I need to go for the double cab straight away?Double cab will make you happier- your wife or you will prolly want to sit int he back if you get an access cab cause the front seat is ALL fucked up with a baby seat in the rear

How many miles do these trucks normally last? A long time like other Toyotas I assume.They luv you long time.

Is there a model year that is worse or stand-out better than others?I don't think there are a LOT of concrete differences between years...Minor model choices and options I think

I built a new one on Toyota's site, all pimped out nice and it came to 32k. That's about twice what I'm looking to spend: what year/mile range should I be able to get for ~15k?05-07 is realistic depending on options

I need a list of terms. Are PreRunner and Xrunner mutually exclusive? or is one a subcategory of another? Can I get a 4x4 PreRunner? What about TRD offroad vs TRD sport vs PreRunner, etc.

I'll let someone else tackle this as I'm not smart at it.

Is the blue color rare? I see people giving extra props to blue tacos.Lil bit rare I guess...and it looks pretty cool

I haven't seen any pink taco jokes. Are they not as common as I thought? Do I just have a dirty mind? Or am I just not catching them?One word- Underground...

If I'm interested in off-roading: is non 4x4 acceptable advisable? I see posts saying "you prerunner guys should be okay." what does that mean? Auto or Standard? Due to past experience, I have a huge fear of getting stuck in snow/mud, I want to get over that by experience. What are "lockers?" 4 cyl or V6?

4x2 is doable...but if you want to off road get the 4x4. If you end up in a situation with a 4x2 locker you'll get thru it and what not- but the 4x4 is a lot more versatile if you are planning to be off road alot.

You guys that have dark trucks, is it bearable in the summer heat?

Mines red but I live in FL..>Eveything get hot and it's not too bad...AC kicks on good too.

Is there a list of "things to do first?" such as the hose clamp on the tailgate, etc. Are there mods that are frowned upon like in other car circles? Alteza tails, wing/bookshelves, etc.

Its your truck. If you are worried about security- Get some locks for the bed compartments, clamp the tailgate, get a lock for the spare etc. If you want to dress it up- Go for that. Etc etc etc...make it yours man!!

Thank you much for any questions you can answer. I know these long noob posts can be a pita.